Why Join?
Membership provides:
- A Supportive Community
- Private Facebook group to share knowledge and learn from peers.
- Quarterly Connection Corner – Zoom “lunch and learn” trainings.
- Regular email updates and event announcements.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Personal development
- Spiritual development
- Professional Development
- Professional Development Resources
- Certification as a Professional United Methodist Church Administrator through the General Council on Finance and Administration
- Advanced Certification options
- Continuing education to strengthen your skills.
- A Nationwide Network
- Connect with colleagues and friends across the United Methodist Church
- Local Chapeters in many conferences
Who Can Join?
Membership is open to anyone (paid or volunteer) engaged in administrative or secretarial work within:
- Local United Methodist churches
- Extension ministries
- Agencies of The United Methodist Church
- District offices
- Annual Conferences
Annual Dues
- Annual dues are required to maintain good standing.
- Dues are $75 per year (January–December).
- You may choose to pay your annual dues online through the membership portal, or by check.
Mailing Address for Checks:
Wendy Miller, PAUMCS Treasurer
c/o UMCNL
PO Box 1289
New Lenox, IL 60451
How to Join
- Join or Renew Online here
- Renewals and new memberships open in November; all memberships must be renewed by February 28.
- You do not need to be part of a local chapter to join the national organization.
- Anyone who maintains their PAUMCS certification is eligible for membership.
Questions?
Alison Huskey – Membership Chair
membership@paumcs.org